Surgical management of preputial prolapse in a bull- a case report

Abstract

A 3-year-old male 400kg cross-breed bull was referred to the ambulatory service of Shahedul Alam Quadary Teaching Veterinary Hospital, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) with the history of wound and laceration of the preputial region. Physical examination revealed oedema, laceration and necrosis of tissue at the prolapsed preputial sheath. Surgical removal of the affected part of the prepuce was considered as the treatment option. Standing sedation was achieved by injecting xylazine intravenously and 2% lidocaine infiltrated at the site of the incision. Following standing sedation, the affected portion of the prepuce was amputated and sutured. A polyvinyl chloride plastic pipe (PVC pipe) was placed at the preputial orifice to facilitate urination and wound healing. After placing the tube, a pressure bandage was given to stabilize the tube in the preputial orifice. In addition, antibiotic, antihistaminic and Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug were prescribed. The pressure bandage and PVC pipe were removed after 3 days and dressing of the affected area by povidone-iodine was suggested. The bull was completely recovered within 21 days of treatment. The study indicated a cost-effective and simple surgical intervention to treat preputial prolapsed in bull with minimum complications and postoperative care.